Iryna Kunytska
Iryna Kunytska

Product Design Leader / Inventor / Speaker

Hi, I’m Iryna.I build what’s next.

I’m a product design leader with 12+ years of experience turning complex ideas into meaningful digital experiences.

From artificial intelligence and creator platforms to consumer technology and digital health, my work is driven by a belief that great innovation should expand what people are capable of.

01Experience

Experience across industries.Perspective beyond design.

My journey spans global technology organizations, multidisciplinary teams, and ambitious startups.

I’ve worked at the intersection of design, technology, and business — helping teams navigate complexity, bring new ideas to market, and create experiences that make a difference.

02Recognition

From ambitious ideas to meaningful impact.

Throughout my career, I’ve contributed to products serving global audiences, led cross-functional initiatives, improved business outcomes through experimentation, and been named as a co-inventor on a granted U.S. patent.

Professional credentials

Industry recognition

  • Company shortlists

    21 award shortlists

    InTarget CRM(official source, opens in a new tab) · 2020–2026

    EGR B2B, EGR Europe, SBC, and SiGMA Awards.

  • Editorial features

    10× featured

    Behance galleries · 2017–2022

    Projects featured in Behance’s curated galleries.

03On Stage

Ideas are better when they’re shared.

I’m passionate about sharing what I’ve learned from building products, exploring emerging technologies, and working with talented teams across industries.

I enjoy bringing practical experience to conversations about AI, innovation, accessibility, digital products, and the creator economy.

  • Iryna speaking on stage in a dark green dress with a headset microphone, gesturing as she talks
  • Iryna presenting in front of an amber stage curtain, holding a slide clicker
  • Iryna on a large stage facing an audience, her talk shown on two big screens
  • Iryna on stage beside a large screen that reads “How will your work impact society?”

04Judging

Recognizing the ideas shaping what’s next.

Beyond building digital products, I’ve had the opportunity to evaluate and recognize outstanding creative work through international design awards and hackathons.

Having worked across product strategy, design, emerging technology, and business growth, I bring both creative and analytical thinking to evaluating innovation.

Judging experience

  1. 01

    European Product Design Award

    EPDA

    Judge2018

    Official site: European Product Design Award (opens in a new tab)
  2. 02

    European Design Awards

    ED-Awards

    Judge2019

    Official site: European Design Awards (opens in a new tab)
  3. 03

    Designflows

    Design contest by Bending Spoons

    Judge2019

    Official site: Designflows (opens in a new tab)
  4. 04

    Hackathons

    Evaluating innovative concepts, product ideas, and technical solutions

    Judge2018–2026

A practitioner’s perspective on innovation

Great design goes beyond aesthetics.

I believe exceptional work brings together originality, thoughtful execution, meaningful innovation, and measurable impact. The most deserving ideas aren’t necessarily the loudest or most polished. They’re the ones that challenge assumptions, solve real problems, and make a difference.

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Areas of expertise

  • 01Product Design & User Experience
  • 02Artificial Intelligence & Innovation
  • 03Design Leadership
  • 04Digital Product Strategy
  • 05Accessibility & Inclusive Design
  • 06Digital Monetization & Marketplaces
  • 07Creator Economy & Digital Platforms
  • 08Gaming & Interactive Experiences

05Let’s Connect

Let’s create somethingmeaningful.

I’m open to opportunities as a conference speaker, panelist, awards judge, and industry expert.

Curious to see more?

Want to explore my work, dive into my case studies, or discuss how I could help your business? I’d love to connect.